How does domain hosting work when I use Wix for my website?

When you build a site on Wix, the hosting is already included as part of the platform, so you do not need to arrange a separate hosting service for your pages to go live.

Hosting Is Built In

Every Wix site is hosted on Wix's own secure cloud infrastructure. This means:

• No separate hosting fees or external hosting accounts are required.
• Your site benefits from a global content delivery network (CDN) for faster loading.
• SSL security is provided so your site loads over HTTPS.

Domain vs. Hosting

It helps to separate two ideas:

• Hosting is the storage and delivery of your website files, which Wix handles automatically.
• A domain is your web address (for example, yoursite.com), which you can buy through Wix or connect from another registrar.

Connecting a Domain

To make your site appear at a custom address, you need a Premium plan and a domain. You can either register a domain through Wix or point an existing one to your Wix site using the connection tools in your dashboard.

Learn more about hosting and domains at www.wix.com.